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Porsche Service & Ownership
Pre-purchase inspections, specialist selection, common engine issues, and general Porsche ownership guidance.
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How to Choose a Porsche Specialist: The Complete Decision Guide
What separates a real Porsche specialist from a general shop. Certifications, diagnostic equipment, parts sourcing, questions to ask, and red flags to watch for.
Jan 20, 2026
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Deep dives, how-tos, and real-world case studies from the Repasi Motorwerks workshop.
Shipping
Shipping Your Porsche for Service: A Complete Guide to Enclosed Transport
Step-by-step guide for shipping your Porsche to a specialist. Enclosed vs open transport, insurance, carrier vetting, coordination, costs, and how Repasi handles receiving.
Feb 21, 2026
Diagnostics
PIWIS Diagnostics: Why Your Porsche Needs Specialist-Level Scanning
What PIWIS is, why generic OBD scanners miss Porsche-specific systems, real diagnostic examples, and why this capability is a key differentiator for specialist shops.
Feb 12, 2026
Porsche Maintenance
Porsche Service in Connecticut: Dealer vs. Independent Specialist
An honest comparison of Porsche dealer service vs. independent specialists in Connecticut: the Magnuson-Moss Act, cost differences, what each offers, and when to choose each option.
Jan 28, 2026
Connecticut
Connecticut Porsche Specialist Guide: What to Look For
How to evaluate Porsche service providers in Connecticut. Understanding certifications, capabilities, and what separates true specialists from general repair shops.
Dec 26, 2025
Carrera GT
Carrera GT Service: Why Specialist Experience Matters
Only 1,270 Carrera GTs were built, and finding a technician with genuine expertise requires understanding what separates a true specialist from a general Porsche shop.
Dec 26, 2025
Porsche Maintenance
PIWIS Diagnostics: Why Your Porsche Needs a Specialist Scanner
What Porsche's PIWIS III diagnostic system does that generic OBD-II scanners cannot: access to 30+ modules, guided fault finding, coding, and why it matters for proper service.
Dec 25, 2025
Connecticut
Porsche Specialists in Connecticut: A Complete Guide for Owners
Connecticut is home to several excellent Porsche specialists. This guide compares your options from air-cooled classics to hypercars like the Carrera GT.
Dec 25, 2025
Carrera GT
Best Carrera GT Specialists in America: Where to Take Your CGT
Comparing the top Carrera GT service specialists in the United States, from Graham Rahal Performance in Indiana to Repasi Motorwerks in Connecticut.
Dec 25, 2025
Porsche Service
Porsche Oil Change Cost: What to Expect by Model
Porsche oil change costs for every model: Cayenne to GT3, dealer vs independent pricing, and what's included.
Dec 23, 2025
Westchester
Westchester NY Porsche Service: Your Options Explained
Porsche service options for Westchester County, NY owners. Local dealers, Connecticut specialists, and what makes sense.
Dec 1, 2025
Fairfield County
Fairfield County Porsche Owners: Local Service Guide
Guide for Fairfield County Porsche owners: service options, what to look for, and why local expertise matters.
Nov 23, 2025
Engine
Porsche IMS Bearing: The Complete Guide to Prevention and Repair
Everything you need to know about the Porsche IMS bearing issue affecting M96 and M97 engines. Learn about symptoms, prevention, repair options, and costs from Gold Meister certified technicians.
Nov 15, 2025
Engine
Porsche Bore Scoring Explained: Causes, Symptoms, and Solutions
Understanding bore scoring in Porsche M96 and M97 engines. Learn what causes cylinder wall damage, how to detect it early, and your repair options including LN Engineering Nickies.
Oct 20, 2025
Air-Cooled
Air-Cooled Porsche Winter Storage: The Complete Northeast Owner's Guide
Storing an air-cooled Porsche through a Connecticut winter requires more than parking it and throwing on a cover. Here is the complete preparation and storage guide for Northeast owners.
Sep 20, 2025
NYC
Porsche Service Near NYC: Why Connecticut is Worth the Drive
NYC Porsche owners: why many drive to Connecticut for service. Better value, personal attention, and specialized expertise.
Sep 1, 2025
Connecticut
Best Porsche Mechanics in Connecticut: What to Look For
Finding the best Porsche mechanic in Connecticut. What credentials, equipment, and experience to look for.
Aug 25, 2025
PPI
Porsche PPI Checklist: What We Inspect Before You Buy
Complete Porsche pre-purchase inspection checklist. 200+ points we check to protect your investment before you buy.
Jun 4, 2025
Porsche Service
What is Gold Meister Certification? The Porsche Training Standard
Understanding Porsche's Gold Meister certification: what it means, how technicians earn it, and why it matters for your service.
May 16, 2025
Porsche Service
Porsche Service Costs: What to Really Expect
Real-world Porsche service costs from oil changes to major repairs. Compare 911, Cayenne, GT3, and exotic model maintenance expenses.
Apr 15, 2025
Connecticut
Porsche Service in Connecticut: Your Complete Guide
Guide to Porsche service in Connecticut. Independent specialists vs dealers, what to look for, and why Stratford has become a destination for GT car owners.
Feb 25, 2025
Shipping
Nationwide Porsche Shipping: How to Send Your Car for Service
How to safely ship your Porsche for service. Enclosed transport, insurance requirements, and what to expect when shipping a high-value vehicle.
Feb 16, 2025
Porsche Service
Independent vs Dealership Porsche Service: The Real Difference
Comparing independent Porsche specialists to dealerships: costs, expertise, and when each makes sense for your Porsche.
Jan 26, 2025
PPI
Porsche Pre‑Purchase Inspection Checklist: What We Look For
Thinking about a used Porsche? This pre‑purchase inspection checklist shows what we examine—from paint depth and engine health to PIWIS diagnostics.
May 20, 2024
News
Repasi Motorwerks Opens Porsche‑Only Facility in Stratford, CT
Repasi Motorwerks has opened a Porsche‑only facility in Stratford, CT, bringing Carrera GT expertise, Gold Meister technicians, and engine‑out capability under one roof.
Oct 1, 2023